Rosacea News February 2009

Rosacea News February 2009

1. NRS Awards 2009 Research Grants

The National Rosacea Society have just announced their 2009 research grants. Four studies have been chosen, totally almost $90,000. Quite a buzz for me to see that a study in Australia has made the grade. Dr. Richard Gallo, who has received a lot of press coverage from the research on the role of cathelicidins, and …

2. Tropisetron (Navoban): rosacea patent filed by Galderma

My regular patent trolling has unearthed something potentially interesting. The anti-nausea drug Tropisetron is patented by Galderma as a treatment for inflammatory skin conditions including rosacea. Tropisetron is officially known as a 5-HT3 receptor antagonist or a serotonin antagonist. Serotonin (5-HT) is found widely distributed throughout the gut and the central nervous system ADMINISTRATION OF TROPISETRON FOR TREATING INFLAMMATORY SKIN …

3. seborrheic dermatitis: state of the art, finacea 3 stars

This paper summarises the current state of the art for seborrheic dermatitis – research and treatment options. The author mentions recent research that links seborrheic dermatitis with a spore known as Malassezia Globosa. He makes the point that azelaic …

4. ZincO, Vita-Oil and Oatmeal Cleanser available again soon

Following is an announcement from Rosacea Care. EXCITING NEWS We have just received word that four products that have been important to many rosacea sufferers will be available again later this spring. By arrangement with the originator of these products, the Rosacea Care Company will be manufacturing and distributing ZincO, Tinted ZincO, …

5. L’Oréal strong sales via Galderma and dermatology

L’Oréal has just posted its 2008 Annual Results. The results show that L’Oréal has had a good year, mostly because of the excellent performance of Galderma. It may come as a surprise to many to know that Galderma, the …

6. Sebclair / Atopiclair available in Australia

It looks like Australians can easily get this preparation via mail and pay via paypal.

It appears to be called Atopiclair and is available from
http://www.atopiclair.com.au/ It is listed as Atopiclair Cream 40ml and is $49 including postage to anywhere in Australia.

7. Vectical (topical Vitamin D3) approved for Psoriasis

The FDA has recently approvedVectical (topcial vitamin D3 from Galderma) for the treatment of plaque psoriasis. The active ingredient of Vectical is known as calcitrol and is a naturally occurring form of vitamin D3. Calcitrol has been shown safe to use for extended periods up to 52 weeks and also on sensitive skin fold areas. Users of Vectical should avoid exposure to the sun.

Rosacea News January 2009

1. Top 5 ways to save money treating rosacea

Distressed with the expense of exotic rosacea treatments ? The stress of rosacea is enough without also having to worry about how to afford treatments. Finding affordable rosacea treatments is a real challenge. Here are my top 5 suggestions for …

2. afamelanotide positive Phase III results for erythropoietic protoporphyria

Clinuvel has  announced positive interim Phase III results from the first of the trialists to complete a 12 month study in Switzerland. The 14 patients in Switzerland will form part of 101 to undergo long term study around the world. Further participants and …

3. do naturopathic treatments work for rosacea ?

What are the best known naturopathic treatments for rosacea, and how well have they been shown to work ? Naturopathy is a medical philosophy that tries to improve our health by helping the body’s own ability to recover from illness …

4. Medicis readies to trial Ziana for rosacea

Just posted on the clinicaltrials.gov database is an entry “Safety and Efficacy Study of Clindamycin Phosphate 1.2% and Tretinoin 0.025% Gel to Treat Rosacea”. This topical product, known as Ziana, is currently approved for the treatment of acne.

5. Sansrosa has neuro protective properties

We know from patent filings that the active ingredient in the in-development sansrosa product is brimonidine tartrate. This is also the active ingredient in Alphagan P, a treatment for glaucoma.

Alphagan P 0.1%, is known as an alpha2-adrenergic receptor agonist, and is used to lower intraocular pressure and reduce ocular hypertension. Around 10-20% of users of Alphagan P experience adverse side …

6. Vote for your most wanted Linda Sy product

Good news for those wanting to be able to purchase Linda Sy products again. There is some possibility that a selection of her rosacea products will be sold through another online skin care provider.

7. Rosacea Support: 2008 the year that was

Time for some end of year statistics – for those who like that sort of thing.

Before we kick off just a note. The most important thing is that thousands of people have found useful information about rosacea. May this continue to be the case into 2009.